salarySioux Falls is 16% cheaperBased on official 2024 price levels from the U.S. Bureau of Economic Analysis.
I need in Stockton to live the same way.
🏠 Rent per month
$1,314
$1,942
🛏️ 2-bedroom rent
$1,172
$1,595
💵 Families earn per year
$81,934
$86,180
🔑 Buying a house
$292,400
$440,900
📊 Overall prices (U.S. = 100)
90.6
105.1
🏛️ Property tax per year
$3,389
$3,174
⚡ Electric bill per month
$105
$204
👥 People living there
201,469
322,326
Commute to work
17 min
31.7 min
College degree
38.1%
20%
Own their home
59.5%
53.9%
Below poverty line
9.6%
15.5%
Unemployment
2.5%
8.6%
Bottom line
- Pick Sioux Falls for lower rent, cheaper 2-bedroom apartments, cheaper homes and 4 more.
- Pick Stockton for higher incomes.
Pay for the same job
| Job | Sioux Falls | Stockton | Difference |
|---|---|---|---|
| Elementary School Teacher | $50,040 | $97,400 | +95% in Stockton |
| Registered Nurse | $75,350 | $134,580 | +79% in Stockton |
| Firefighter | $50,840 | $79,540 | +56% in Stockton |
| Lawyer | $112,260 | $174,880 | +56% in Stockton |
| Licensed Practical Nurse | $53,520 | $77,830 | +45% in Stockton |
| Carpenter | $49,410 | $69,160 | +40% in Stockton |
| Software Developer | $101,040 | $138,550 | +37% in Stockton |
| Dental Hygienist | $92,350 | $125,130 | +35% in Stockton |
Frequently asked questions
Is Sioux Falls or Stockton cheaper to live in?
Sioux Falls is about 16% cheaper overall. Rent is $1,314 a month there versus $1,942 in Stockton.
What salary do I need in Stockton to match $60,000 in Sioux Falls?
About $69,572 a year gives the same standard of living in Stockton.
Where do people earn more, Sioux Falls or Stockton?
The typical household earns $81,934 in Sioux Falls and $86,180 in Stockton, 5% more in Stockton.